They Lied To Us About SCARBOROUGH 

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Thank you James for flying the flag for the great British seaside ❤

Scarborough born and bred here. I thank you James for this. I love my town. Some folk are naturally negative, they never see the best in things. Thank you for making us look the best ❤

There's no professional journalism anymore, just story telling or worse lies, and even the lies they tell prove they're lazy.

Honestly James, having been to Scarborough myself, I haven't seen one tent, or anyone laying around drunk. Nothing wrong with it! In fact their comments, provoked your positive Vlog. So a win for Scarborough!! Loved it!!

Unfortunately journalism isn’t what it used to be! As a child I was always told the only thing you can believe in the newspaper is the date and the price.

Scarborough ought to sue the tabloids for denigrating their town and people. It’s hard enough to make a living at the seaside without negative lies being told. Well done James for showing the truth. The park is lovely.

It's so wonderful that you show the true picture of our wonderful country. Like so many people I haven't read a newspaper for at least thirty five years and the last place I look for the truth is MSM. You've both become very addictive to watch. My very best wishes for you and Helen.

Scarborough was my first ever childhood holiday, I have loved it ever since. The Grand Hotel, my son has stayed in, treated himself to the Penthouse suite for one night. He had a lovely stay, so much architecture, and beautiful rooms. They are working on this beautiful building and improving it when the can. Nothing will ever change my mind about Scarborough, so many lovely memories and more to come. We don't buy news papers or watch licenced TV. Thank you James for doing this video.

I remember going to Peasholm park as a child with my younger brother, mum and Dad. We were treated to an ice cream which was a cone with a rectangular opening and a rectangular piece of ice cream which was wrapped up in a bit of foil and you had manipulate it out of the foil and into the cone without dropping it. The naval show was brilliant. We had to pay extra I think to watch the show in the late 70”s early 80’s. Nice memories. There was also a guy used to play an organ which was on a platform in the middle of the lake. Thanks very much for today’s vlog mate. Really enjoyed it all.

Isn’t it lovely when decent children chat nice and polite like that ✝️🌈🕊️😇😘🥰😍 x x x

Visited Scarborough about 30 years ago, had forgotten just how lovely it was. Now we live a bit closer I think we will have a little short break there. Thanks James

So pleased you did this, Scarborough is FANTASTIC. Spent every childhood holiday there, took my kids there and still visit regularly. Memories of my dad swimming in the outdoor pool, always had to hire a boat to go around peasholme park and watched many naval battles and it is still a fantastic place today ❤❤❤

Never buy newspapers I get all my news from channels like yours and others alike.Great honest vlog as always , I've been to Scarborough many a time but never knew about all the activities at the park and cafes up there thanks for the insight of that area 👍

We had our honeymoon in Scarborough 46 years ago and saw Andy Williams.we return there every year until this year because of my health. It an amazing experience.. the people are so friendly and it’s not too expensive. We have never seen anything described in that newspaper article. The sun always shines for us in Scarborough 🥳

Scarborough must have one of the most beautiful seaside locations in all of Europe......if it happened to be in Italy you'd never hear the end of how wonderful it is! The problem is our press is all about negativity - whilst others countries are all about promoting their own resorts. Sitting in a deckchair in the Spa Suncourt on a lovely morning whilst listening to the last seaside 'palm court' orchestra in the UK is just perfection! Scarborough has so many wonderful facets and attractions......it's just crying out to be well marketed and receive the good publicity it deserves. Glad you're on the case!

Born in Morley living in Brisbane Australia as a kid growing up my dad took us to Scarborough many many times we would hold our breath till we saw the bridge and then it was game on ! With seven kids my dad would control us like a Sargent major he had to we were little buggers ! Had a great day every time then stopping at the ham and cheese inn for pop and crisps on the way home ! Scarborough is a great place and will always be in my heart ! Even at 70 yrs of age Great vid thanks for the memories mate! 👍🇦🇺💕

Went to Scarborough a few months back. Got the train in and walked through the town. In my best Yorkshire accent, “I thought it were alright.” Didn’t spot any tents, and great bag of chips on the seafront. Wonderful to see the youngsters enjoying their town, and supporting Scarborough football club.

Well done James for doing this video and showing that all is not as it is written about by newspapers and journalists who just want to make headlines, often without any substance behind them. It is years since I went to Scarborough - that and Cleethorpes used to Nobel the seaside place for the Sunday School annual daytrip, when we got a packet of crisps and a bottle of Vimto free! Keep doing what you are doing. Your video skills are improving every time.

Scarborough Council should challenge these "journalists" in court. Why are they allowed to spread lies about a place. Why should they get away with it. It makes my blood boil. My wife and I stayed in the Crescent Hotel a few years ago. It is probably time to return. Scarborough is great.

Left Scarborough 44 years ago. Looks a great place still. Thanks for showing it in all it's glory. Shame on that disgusting newspaper for slagging it off. The Sun shines in Scarborough. ❤

I don't watch any other van life person, or anyone else who travels around the UK. Why bother when I got By The Curb? Love you guys! I really feel like you're trying to better your content with each video! Love to see you guys grow as a channel. You're definitely a bit of a perfectionist! Keep them coming :D

Well I live in Australia and have access to lovely beaches but, from what I've seen on multiple channels, I can't wait to travel and see it. Such incredible history, buildings and gardens. Absolutely stunning.

Thank you for bringing back some lovely memories. I went to Scarborough as a young girl of 17 with my Mum and Dad, Brother and friend, my Dad bought my friend and I silver and gemstone rings from a jewellers there as a memento....I'm 61 now and still have mine, I'll never part with it....I remember the cable cars and other areas....it still looks a lovely place. I felt quite teary watching this as my Mum and Dad are no longer with us, but for a short time I felt like that 17 year old girl again.

Hi James, your viewer from OREGON USA. Such a lovely tour of Scarborough!!! So much to see and enjoy in that delightful seaside town. Cheers!

Haven't been to Scarborough for years James. You've persuaded me to return ... looks lovely..❤

In the 60s my parents took me and my brother to see "The Battle of the River Plate" at Peasholm Park from Darlington on the train. The council hadn't got round to untargetting the former enemy at that point. Queued for the water chute too' 😮 'Bloody marvellous' as my late Dad (d.2003) would have said 👍👍. ❤🎉+1

Scarborough my best seaside town been coming since I was a little girl and now at a young 70 😊we still come with the family at the premiere ❤

Since the pandemic, the media in this country has become more toxic, thank you for showing the real Scarborough, as you did with Southport

I am from the south, but I drove up to Scarborough in early July to see Paul Weller at the open air venue (could have seen him in London near where I live). I stayed for a few days for a short break and found Scarborough to be a charming place. I agree with your sentiment.

Remember living in London in 2001, and on the spur of the moment racing up to Scarborough to watch Yorkshire win the County Championship!

Love Scarborough been going for years glad you have spoken out ❤

I've lived in Scarborough since 2014 and am still totally in love with the place. It's got a very chilled out relaxed atmosphere and whenever I have heard drunken rowdiness it always seems to be in good spirits, folk just blowing off steam and having a laugh. The south bay water quality badly needs sorting and the business rates are high for shop units making it tricky for independents, so there are a lot of empty shops, but mostly it's a great place to live!

Never been before.....I'm going now. Looks fab.

we moved to Grimsby a year a go so cleethorpes is our local seafront and i love it ! all seaside towns have some areas that are not perfect but we have to support them and keep enjoying them and hopefully all generations will get to enjoy the British seaside experience !

My mum stubbornly went to Scarborough every year for over 60 years. She wouldn't go anywhere else.

That's a real eye-opener James. Well done mate for showing the truth.

Thanks for that James loved it and your speech at the start, expressed exactly what i feel myself. The "great British" foreign owned press have their own agenda to get us angry and bitter about everything and sadly it's working on too many people. I live in Scarborough myself and yes we have our problems like anywhere else but the scenery, architecture cannot be beaten. As for the camper van ban that is also symptomatic of the world the tabloid media are trying to create, jealously, it has absolutely no effect to the detriment of anyone's life, but still people moan. Ffs live and let live and enjoy yourself

Oh loved the vid of Scarborough. I think this seaside town is loved very much . Thank you for taking us round .

Hi James well done for taking the time to show people just how lovely Scarborough on the East Coast of Yorkshire still is. Oh and BTW anyone reading this its not just Scarborough itself, its also the people, who make it a great place to visit ☀️🏖🍿🍦🎈💜💜💜xxxx

Great work James. My in-laws live in North Yorkshire and we've been taking the kids to Scarborough for years. We love it!

Wonderful video. As they say "Don't let the truth get in the way of a good story!" The media is a disgrace.

I’ve had some lovely family holidays in Scarborough with my parents & sister staying in local caravan sites. Then as a single parent with my son in my parents caravan. We’d always finish the day off with buying freshly made sugar donuts to have back at the caravan with hot chocolate before bed. Wonderful memories from a lovely seaside resort. The journalist clearly has never set foot in Scarborough. As usual the media scaremongering the general public. Being a Yorkshire Lass I’m very angry at the journalists lies. Thank you, you’ve brought back so many lovely memories of my childhood holidays and holidays with my son. 😢😍

Not been to Scarborough for 20 years, but your vlog has reunited my love for the place,will be good to revisit the place that holds so many happy memories, thanks.

I'm from Stoke on trent. Never been to Scarborough. It's about 150 miles away. After watching this I think it's worth the 3 and half hours car journey. I really want to visit now. My grandson will love it. Thank you. X

A lovely snapshot of my favourite resort as a child, father and grandfather. Well done !

Great vlog James, thank for showing Scarborough at it’s best. I live in Cayton, between Scarborough and Filey, been here 33 years. I used to come on holiday to Scarborough as a child with my parents, raised my own family here and now have grandchildren who enjoy living at the seaside - no. better place to live.

We have our issues like any other town or city, but if we ever beca me as trashy as that excuse for a newspaper, we'd start worrying.

I'm also lucky enough to have had school trips and summer days at Scarborough. The camera shot of the little train was magic. Honestly, as a viewer, we're constantly moving through the scene, and when you steady up the scene, to watch something move through it, we get a nice little contrast. As if that weren't enough, the moving camera scenes are all really steady , and that is helping you get better footage, and it's making all of the video easier to watch. Subscribed

Thank god for you and your channel James. You showed Scarborough to be the lovely seaside town in Yorkshire. The papers should be ashamed xx

we love Scarborough, go every year and have never had a bad experience with anyone yet. the pub you went in on the fronts is the one that was used in the comedy series called 'Scarborough' with Jason Manford and Catherine Tyldsley but in the series it was called 'the good ship' hoping to get there soon even if its just for a weekend❤

Fantastic video. Love Scarborough, your visit has brought back so many happy memories. Makes me want to visit again soon. Well done for showing the real Scarborough. Take care and keep the vids coming 👍🏻

We went to Scarborough a couple of years ago and was so impressed with the place that we highly recommended it to all our family and friends . It’s shocking that a newspaper should write lies about that lovely seaside town. But you can’t believe anything you read nowadays. We can’t wait to return!

As always James great video (Thank you) unbelievable how these so called Newspapers and journalists get away with these damming articles that aren't true on places, they need taking to court and fining vast sums of money. What a great place Scarborough is, clean too, didn't see litter on the streets. The amount of people there are testament to what a great place it is. 😊

Just found your channel and this wonderful vlog ❤️ I'm a middle aged, born and bred West Yorks woman and I'm more than happy with my own company. I visit Scarborough 'solo' regularly in the summer (day trips or overnight stays) and there's no way I feel unsafe! Much like your example, I get my trainers and back pack on and sample all that the town and seafront has to offer including pub lunches and a pint or fish and chips outside. I do beach and some of the cliff top walks further out of the centre. And with it being Yorkshire there's always folk who say 'Ow do" and stop and chat for a bit. I can recommend all the North Yorks East Coast resorts for any solo traveller.

Thanks James for showing the beauty of Scarborough. I'm biased as born and lived here all my life and yes I have seen how some places have declined in the town but hasn't everywhere, most alot more than Scarborough. Regarding the tents everywhere, there was 1 homeless person living in a tent near the castle. Scarborough still has something to offer everyone and even more so when the sun is shining.

I love Scarborough and visited many times, over 30 years. My partner, his grandparents lived there. One of our favourite places. Always shed a little tear when leaving. Some nice places not too far away to visit, including Flamborough head, Whitby and Robin Hood's Bay and Goathland- I love them all. Love your vlogs 🙂👍

You are such a genuine down to earth person to watch, I live in NewZealand but travel frequently to the UK and have done so for 30 years. I have never been to Scarborough, but its now on my list for next years trip!! Looks delightful. I have the dearest friends i stay with every trip, in Barnsley! Thank you for brilliant content and for nearly convincing me to buy a microvan and taking 6months off to travel round the UK, should I ?? Cheers

Thank you! We brought our little boy to Scarborough for several holidays because we wanted him to experience a proper British seaside holiday. We had amazing times in this beautiful resort.❤️

Great film Have had some great holidays in Scarbados, two at Browns at Cayton Bay, best chippy was last on left before you start walking round the headland, the Golden Grid is a great eatery too. Used to go surfing there too, would always kip in my Reliant Robin van at North Bay 😂

Well done James showing Scarborough as it is my sons favourite place and he’s 38 now been going there since he was about 5 brilliant Vlog

Insightful channel mate...Scarborough is a lovely place great video footage and well documented... top notch!

I was at Whitby last week and was told by a local that the reason the motorhome are to be banned was because some irresponsible folks were not using the clinical disposal unit and just emptying their toilet waste straight onto Marine Drive before leaving their parking spaces. causing fowl smells .

Hi James,thanks for taking us on this lovely trip to Scarborough, it is beautiful 😍 Terrible how they run the place down,I wouldn't even read a newspaper never mind buy one😮 Don't even have a TV ,don't miss it,just love to watch great video's like this one,Brilliant ❤

When I first visited in 1971, there were outdoor pools for swimming and water chutes at the north and south bays. Also, a marine park on the hillside near the sea life centre. I don't know whether the Mere on the town outskirts is still used for boating, but nice that Peasholm Park continues its naval show. The Stephen Joseph Theatre is renowned for quality shows. It is the base where Sir Alan Ayckbourn produced many of his celebrated 90 plays.

A lovely video James brought back lots of memories of family holidays in Scarborough when Mr Marvels theme park was popular day out

Thanks for the video. I was born and raised in the north west and moved to West Yorkshire over 30 years ago and I regularly take a trip to Scarborough and all of the Yorkshire coast, I think it's wonderful...

Well done James , what’s not to love , all the east coast of Yorkshire is very special just love it , have a great dinner with mum and Dad.

Thank you for this James. I haven't been to Scarborough since a kid and it looks lovely, loads to see and do. The council needs to seriously rethink their actions. Allowing overnighting brings money to local businesses, banning vans and Motorhomes just doesn't make sense 🙈

What a lovely park and love that miniature railway!

You've taken me right back to my favourite holiday destination EVER!!! I'm 55 now, and have travelled quite a bit... but NOTHING will ever take away my happy forever childood memories of Scarborough. Thank you SO much for sharing 🤗

Awe I loved that thanks James , you are a star 🥰💕xx

Thanks for the tour James we will now be heading that way in our camper in late September. You've done Scarborough proud and they will be a load more tourists heading that way.😊

Marine drive is empty overnight, so why not promote use of the space from motorhomes/vans as long as they pay to park beyond a certain time the next morning? Absolute nonsense from these local councils, if people took more of an interest in their local politics and actually went out and voted, they might actually end up with representatives that align with their values.

I must have read the same article because I remember feeling sad that such a vibrant, interesting place was now basically a no-go-zone. Thank you for showing us the real Scarborough. I'd love to visit!

Well ive watched your blog and ive never been to Scarborough and it's looking a very nice place to me and as for newspapers they are only good for one thing lighting fires nice one James 😊

I love Scarborough, been coming here since I was a child. Its a beautiful place with so much history. I didn't know about Hitler saying he wanted The Grand Hotel as his base if he ever successfully invaded England. It's my favourite hotel to stay in. Thank you for standing up for Scarborough.

First here....The Scum is just bog roll...and we all know it! Scarborough is BEAUTIFUL 😍 Going to eat my tea now...and watch the rest 😊 UPDATE: I honestly cannot BELIEVE how nice Scarborough IS! It looks AMAZING. Something for everyone. I'm going to stick my neck out here, and say that THAT...is better/nicer than ANY "SOUTHERN" resort!..and I've been to them ALL! I will definitely be visiting Scarborough before I die. 😊

Fabulous tour video James. The Grand Hotel prices must be quite expensive now. Nice pint of Guinness. I reckon Whitby is more famous than its neighbor Scarborough. What has happened to the Summer Weather. It feels like Autumn in the mornings.

I am astounded how good it looks and the investment in the Spa and Grand Hotel keeping the true character of a seaside town. But the biggest thing of note: NO LITTER!! I would stop there no problem when I next visit from Canada

What a shame "Scarborough Fair" is copywritten. That would have been a lovely accompaniment to the scenic shots! Bless you James for caring about the obvious injustices that have plagued this lovely old seaside town . I loved the way you juxtaposed the rotten comments with stunning shots of what looks like a really lovely place, you've gotten so good at this and the creativity is noted. You could show some of those massive channels a thing or two! Thanks for another great vid, love to Helen, gfta 🤗 ✌

Thanks James. I've lived in Scarborough since 1949.(I'll let you do the maths) and never tire of it. The view from the Esplanade down over the Spa. A wander around the harbour. Peasholm ( lovely Japanese garden on the top of the Island in the middle of the lake) where we used to go and watch the Naval warfare when I were a young un. Walk along the cliffs above Scalby Mills. It's a great place for all ages. Recently saw Tom Jones at the Open Air Theatre. Not one of his biggest fans until I saw him live that night. Brilliant voice. Saw Jake Bugg at the Spa. Another great night. There's something for everyone here but like every other town, village, City in the world, Scarborough has it's struggles but with the sea on one side and the North Yorkshire Moors on the other you won't be disappointed.

i was working on a multi million job in scarborough revamping the italian gardens, the clock tower all the paths and shelters. its one of the best places on the coast

Brilliant, well done James.

I have lived in Scarborough for 5 years now. Like most towns, realistically, there are good and parts but a lot work goes on behind the scenes to improve Scarborough, so these negative newspaper reviews do a great injustice to all who are doing their best to improve and maintain things. I did see a tent on the grass during the winter but it was empty and I was told that services are aware of the genuine homeless people and we’re taking care of their needs. Thank you for your honest video which I hope will go some way to get people to visit and make the most of these great heritage towns and all they have to offer.

Well done, changed my mind massively. Thank you.

I lived in Scarborough for 13 years, where I served as a police officer in the town and locally in Filey. I moved back to my own home town to retire. Your video bring back lots of good memories. I loved the place but events in my life caused my to leave.

Excellent review of the real Scarborough James. Like you, I went there often as a youngster and again when me and my mates had motorbikes. I'd actually move there tomorrow but the other half doesn't feel the same (she's from darn sarf). I tweeted a link to your video to the Visit Scarborough account too.

Whilst I was reading that newspaper article, I said out loud... that is definitely the Scarborough that I know! I love visiting Scarborough, and it's great that you've made this video to dispel all those false rumours 👍

There's nowt wrong with Scarborough, been a while since we've been but We had a lovely time. Keep up the good work James, loving the content. Cheers, Geoff and Jayne.

We have travelled the world over, lived abroad on mainland Europe and the Middle East and still enjoy going to Scarborough on a regular basis. We took our 5 year old granddaughter there 2 weeks ago for an afternoon on the beach and she loved it and is desperate to go back. The beach and promenade area are immaculate.

Thanks James really enjoyed your vlog👍

That was a beltin' vlog James. Just watched it with my missus. It totally blew the lying toerag newspapers out the water. Scarborough is a fantastic place. It's a proper family holiday resort. Well done. I hope the Council appreciate how much you've done to boost tourism. Keep up the great work. Si thi. Alan & Bren

Next time you go to Scarborough go in the Newcastle packet pub look at the old photos on the walls very interesting

I'm a Southerner and Scarborough is possibly my favourite English seaside town. A real gem of a place, and very underrated.

Well done James ❤

We often have day trips to Scarborough and it is a bustling seaside town. Like many towns it has run down areas but it also has a lot of green areas, the marine drive promenade, parks etc. The Chinese gardens on the island at Peasholm Park is a favourite.

I took the wife for a couple of days holiday earlier this year, to East Yorkshire. We stayed in Pickering, and visited Whitby, Robin Hoods Bay, Filey, Scarborough, Bridlington, and Beverly. Scarborough was by far the dirtiest, scruffiest, most run-down of them all. We would never go back, when there are so many much cleaner, much nicer, places in the area.